Gazi is a resort in Crete and a suburb of Iraklion. It is famous for its well-prepared beaches and rich nightlife.
In the past, Gazi was a city of its own, but since the development of tourism in Crete and the expansion of local resorts, it has become part of Irlaklion. Currently, it functions as its district, but at the same time it has retained its separateness from the main city.
The main attractions of Gazi are the local beaches, Ammoudara Beach and Helidoni Beach. They are sandy and well-developed. You can rent leisure and floating equipment, and there are numerous taverns and bars in the vicinity. In the evening, the vicinity of the beaches turns into a huge entertainment center, where the fun lasts until late at night.
In the vicinity of Gazi, you can also visit places of great landscape value. It is i.a. Almiros Lake and Voulismeno Aloni Valley. A popular destination for excursions is the Kamilari Cave with its rich dripstone form.
